Senior Hardware Systems Engineer
Microsoft · microsoft.com
RedmondOn-siteSenior3+ yrs
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The job in short
Server hardware validation and debug engineering, building test frameworks and automation for CPU/GPU server platforms.
PythonC++LinuxDevOpsNetworking
Details
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- 6 d ago · posted 2026-10-23
- Location as listed
- Redmond, WA,US, US
- Role
- Engineer (other)
- Source
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Full description
Responsibilities will include architecting and developing efficient test and debug frameworks for cutting edge technologies, building test and debug automation, partnering with leading technology providers to define test and debug strategies, driving unified and efficient test, validation and debug methodologies across product segments. Plan, design and execute System validation plans, test frameworks for state-of-the-art HW solutions based on CPU/GPU applications to confirm design meets cloud grade quality. Drive continuous improvement to achieve unified and standard testing, validation and debug methodology - adopt automation, AI Capabilities to drive efficiency and enhance test coverage. Work with OEMs/ODMs and other system engineers to run system validation, SKU qualification, scale testing, and system debugging. Hands on validation and debug work with test engineers in the laboratory Identify, triage and resolve server subsystem faults; drive end-to-end root cause with cross team partners and implement fixes. Work with stakeholders on process improvement, data quality improvement, and cross-boundary triaging. Develop automation and tooling for server validation in collaboration with other teams. Develop application/system software, libraries, and drivers to interface with the firmware/ hardware devices Handle a DevOps role with occasional on-call responsibilities for resolving customer issues in production. Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 3+ years technical engineering experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience OR equivalent experience BS/MS in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related degree. 6+ years of relevant experience in server systems/platforms development and validation for enterprise or cloud market segments. Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in server hardware validation architecture, developing test infrastructure, writing test cases, automation and executing tests. 2+ years of experience in programing languages such as Python/PowerShell or similar for automation development or integration. Solid understanding of hardware, firmware, and OS interfaces and interdependencies, different CPU and GPU architecture and system design concepts. Strong technical communication skills (verbal and written) interface with cross-functional technical leads within and/or outside of the organization. Understanding of OTD (Observability, Testability, and Debuggability). Familiar with different technology areas including but not limited to PCIe, memory subsystems, networking, power management, rack device management, remote device management. Experience in performance benchmarking tools such as SPEC workloads, Linpack, AI workloads. Experienced in defining custom HW tools for either validation or debug. Experience in windows and Linux operating systems. Advanced troubleshooting and debugging skills. Hands on experience in debug and measurement tools such as Logic Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, PCIe analyzers. Experience in developing benchmarking/system software tools with C/C++ on PCs or Server Platforms. Knowledge of Windows and Linux internals: Thread services such as priority, affinity, synchronization, atomics. Experience in evaluating hardware designs, HW/FW/OS interactions, platform config trade-offs, and E2E error flows is required. Experience in debugging complex system level issues related to board hardware, thermal and Firmware components is required. Experience with data analytics, data collection/aggregation, and dashboarding. Ability to trace issues across firmware, drivers, and OS; written/verbal communication with partner teams. Self-motivated individuals must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment and across internal divisions and industry (OEM, ODM), demonstrated technical leadership in driving successful product designs. Familiarity with one or more system level protocols (ACPI, I2C, PCI).
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